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    How Can We Help in Wallsend?

    Top-rated puppy and dog training serving Wallsend and surrounding areas.

    One to One Adult Dog Training

    One to One Adult Dog Training

    I have a specific problem that I would like help with.

    One to One Puppy Training

    One to One Puppy Training

    I have a puppy that I would like help training.

    Puppy and Adolescent Training Classes

    Puppy and Adolescent Training Classes

    I would like to have fun with my dog teaching them new skills in a class.

    Award-Winning Dog Trainer and Behaviourist

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    Walkies Gone Wrong In Wallsend? Try Dog Training

    Although owning a dog can be rewarding and build a bond for life, it can also sometimes be stressful and difficult. At South Shields Dog Trainer, we’re aware of the trials and tribulations that all dog owners can go through – and we’re here to help.

    We are award winning dog trainers in Wallsend equipped with a wealth of knowledge and experience in transforming the littlest behavioural bumps or the biggest hurdles in a caring and compassionate way.

    What Issues Might My Dog Have?

    First off, we believe that it’s important to recognise them as just issues, even the biggest of which can be fixed through time, attention, and effort. We do however recognise that some dogs can have genuine difficulties which can cause you serious headaches; you might be embarrassed that your dog is over-excitable and messy when guests visit, or in some cases scared that it might not react well to meeting new people or other pups.

    You might also find that your dog’s behaviour is causing you genuine difficulty and hassle in looking after them; it could be challenging and draining to pay hawk-eyed attention every step outside the house, they might cause you to question who is taking who for a walk or perhaps they simply don’t listen and refuse to answer your calls.

    A further issue which is often forgotten, and which can in fact cause your dog to act out, is that your dog may be getting distressed or anxious in a variety of situations – it’s significant to remember your dog’s health is as important as its behaviour.

    How We Can Help

    Nathan Leighton, our Head Trainer has mountains of experience and a wealth of knowledge with which to guide dogs of any variety and personality towards better behaviour and a happier life. We provide a vast array of Wallsend dog training programmes, courses and classes, as well as one-on-one and online training.

    We get to know you and your dog, assessing its personality and its particular issues in order to build a bespoke game plan for breaking down how to caringly and effectively deal with the issue and work towards a solution. Our training and skills development will help to prepare your pup for the big wide world.

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    We offer one to one calls to assess your dog – this way we can get a grasp on each dog’s issues and personalities which enables our expert Wallsend dog trainers to craft a tailor made programme to assist your dog in navigating through its problems and finding a long term solution which you feel works. Through this we hope to provide a route to a happier and healthier life for both of you!

    If you like what you hear and want to get your paws on it as quick as possible, get in touch!

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    Meet Our Training Team

    Our Training Team

    Nathan is the senior behaviourist and founder of The Dog Trainers. For the last 13 years, Nathan and his team have helped 5000+ dogs and their owners through puppy training classes in Gateshead, South Shields, Sunderland and the rest of the North East, helping puppies, teenagers and adult dogs become confident, well-socialised family dogs.

    Our team are highly accredited, including with regulatory bodies IMDTB, APDT, ABTC and UK Dog Behaviour and Training Charter. Our main goal is to strengthen the dog–human relationship using force-free, ethical methods, make learning fun and effective.

    We have highly qualified Canine Behaviourists with natural abilities to communicate with dogs and degree-level qualifications in related fields. We also have qualified and accredited dog trainers who have excellent knowledge and skill, and run focused puppy training classes that rapidly address common early-stage issues.

    Our team take on and successfully rehabilitate the most difficult of dogs, even where other trainers have tried and failed, using kind methods that can be enjoyed by both the dogs in training and their guardians.

    Our Founder, Nathan Leighton, is a renowned dog trainer and behaviourist who has spoken worldwide at seminars with hundreds in attendance. He leads our team, bringing evidence-based, reward-focused methods to every session.

    Our proven training methods only use force-free, science-backed approaches to help you develop a beautifully behaved puppy or dog that fits with your family and your lifestyle, by showing you how to easily and effectively train them with modern, reward-based methods.

    We can't wait to work with you and your dog and to see what we can achieve together!

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    Why Choose The Wallsend Dog Trainer

    HIGHLY QUALIFIED AND ACCREDITED

    HIGHLY QUALIFIED AND ACCREDITED

    Highly Qualified to BSc level, Accredited in Behaviour and Training and with over 13 years experience.

    POSITIVE TRAINING METHODS

    POSITIVE TRAINING METHODS

    Ethical, modern and positive training methods that work quickly and effectively without causing your dog pain or discomfort.

    9x AWARDS IN THE UK

    9x AWARDS IN THE UK

    We have 9 awards including 2x Best Dog Trainers in the UK, 1x Ethical Dog Trainer of the Year UK, 6x Puppy/Trainer/Behaviourist of the year in the North East.

    HIGH SUCCESS RATE

    HIGH SUCCESS RATE

    We have over 500 5-Star Reviews with thousands of success stories from owners just like you.

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    What Our Clients Say

    Real 5-star feedback from happy dog owners across Newcastle, Gateshead, Jesmond and Tyne and Wear.

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    "Sarah was brilliant had working dogs for years, flummoxed by my first pet Bichon Frise. Learnt a lot, looking forwards to the next session."

    Lynda Deacon

    9 July 2023

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    "Excellent sessions from a really knowledgeable trainer. Our little frenchie loves the sessions and you can always tell he's enjoyed them."

    Gavin Wilson

    10 July 2023

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    "Ralph loves it and has improved massively. Thanks a lot!"

    Grant Powton

    10 July 2023

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    "Brilliant…!! We have a beautiful but difficult 16mth old GSD pup and have just had our first 1:1 with Nathan. Made progress within 36 hours!"

    chris doe

    15 January 2023

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    "Great service from first contact through to the 6 sessions we had with Denise for our beloved Golden Doodle. Her knowledge is outstanding."

    Laura Wiszniewski

    10 January 2023

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    "Had our first session with Nathan yesterday and we feel very positive about Cole training journey, we've already got some homework to be working on!"

    Caitlin

    11 January 2023

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